Answer:

punted

Answer	Crossword Clue
PUNTED	Equivocated, in a way
PUNTED	Gave up the football, in a way
PUNTED	Kicked

PUNTED	Gave up the ball
PUNTED	Kicked on a fourth down
PUNTED	Like some footballs and boats
PUNTED	Gave up by giving up control
PUNTED	Engaged in equivocation